About this property
Northern Sands Hotel is situated in the village of Dunnet, 3 km from Dunnet Head and 13 km from Thurso. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Free private parking is available on site. Rooms are equipped with a HD Smart TV and feature private bathrooms with either a bath or shower, complimentary Scottish toiletries and a hairdryer. Northern Sands Hotel features free WiFi. A variety of menus are available throughout the day, all year round, using an extensive list of local produce. A full Scottish breakfast is provided. Guests can relax in the on site bar and guest lounge featuring a Sky TV. Activities in the local area include walking, running, surfing, wind surfing, horse riding and kite buggying. The family-run Dunnet Bay Distillery is a 1-minute walk away. John O Groats is 16 km from Northern Sands Hotel, while Kirkwall is 46 km from the property. The nearest airport is Wick Airport, 23 km from Northern Sands Hotel.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- 3 restaurants
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Beachfront
- Family rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
Availability
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Room type | Number of guests | |
|---|---|---|
1 single bed | ||
2 single beds and 1 sofa bed or 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed | ||
2 single beds or 1 extra-large double bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
2 single beds or 1 extra-large double bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed |
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Heather
United Kingdom“Great for the NC500 trip ….distillery next door ! Staff were exceptional and the bed was super comfy !!!!!” - Debbie United Kingdom“It was clean and comfortable and the food was good”
Charles United Kingdom“Great location for stopover while touring the NC500, just a few miles from John O Groats. Excellent breakfast cooked to order served by friendly staff”- Shenagh United Kingdom“The hotel was very nice, we were treated on arrival. The hotel was clean and the staff were all very friendly and chatty. The evening meal was lovely and a great choice of food. The breakfast had a good selection, also.”
- Arnd
Germany“Big bed with a new and comfy mattress. Dinner in the restaurant was excellent” - Tove
Sweden“Worth the money to upgrade to bigger room! Very comfortable and clean, good location by the beach. Nice big breakfast. Would stay again if we ever pass by.” - Ken
Australia“Great staff, good place to stay and the food was very good” 
John United Kingdom“The hotel was very comfortable and the rooms very clean and well appointed. Restaurant was really good with food well presented and tasty. Staff friendly and helpful”- Peter United Kingdom“Breakfast was excellent, it was just the right portion hot and very tasty”
Rob United Kingdom“I liked the whole place, the staff, the location, the food, the comfort, the cleanliness the facilities. Every box ticked in my book.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- The Pentland Lounge
- CuisineBritish
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceTraditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Gluten-free
- Logan's Bar
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional • Modern
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Gluten-free
- Links Restaurant
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
The fine print
All bedrooms are on the first floor and accessed via stairs as there is no lift.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.
It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.
